The County High School, Leftwich, Northwich
Data last updated 11 Sept 2026
Location
Estimated admission likelihood based on school density and oversubscription data. Admissions policy: Non-selective
Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Ofsted · 3 months agoReport card - no overall grade (new Ofsted framework from Sep 2024)
Ofsted Insights
What This School Does Well
The County High School is a caring, inclusive community where all pupils are valued and supported to succeed. Staff know pupils well and provide tailored support to help every child overcome barriers to learning, whether that be additional tuition, emotional support or specialist help. The school offers a rich range of activities and experiences that broaden pupils' horizons and help them make confident choices about their future.
Key Strengths
- Excellent support for pupils with special educational needs and disabilities, with careful tracking and tailored help from Year 7 onwards
- Strong inclusive culture where disadvantaged pupils receive additional funding and support to help them progress
- Well-structured personal development programme that teaches pupils about healthy relationships, online safety, and respect for differences
- Calm, respectful school environment with rare incidents of bullying or unkind behaviour
- Effective professional development for staff, helping them develop their skills and knowledge
Areas for Improvement
- Attendance rates for disadvantaged pupils and those with special educational needs and disabilities remain below where they should be, though improving
- A small number of pupils do not receive the specific support needed to fully benefit from lessons
- Some pupils struggle with gaps in reading, writing or number knowledge
Safeguarding
Safeguarding standards are met. Leaders have established an open culture where safeguarding is everyone's responsibility, concerns are actively identified and acted upon, and pupils feel safe.
Extracurricular Activities
Duke of Edinburgh's Award, museum visits, clubs (including eco club), sports, musical theatre performances, charity fundraising, careers programme with guest speakers
The County High School, Leftwich is a well-led school where leaders are relentless in supporting all pupils to succeed. The school has established a safe, respectful community with strong personal development opportunities and above-average examination results.
At a Glance
15.8%
Free School Meals
No
Boarding
No
Nursery
No
Sixth Form
No
Special Measures
Class Sizes
22.6
Avg class size
46
Total classes
2 classes with more than 30 pupils
2024/25 academic year
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Capacity & Demand
School Occupancy
100%
Over capacity
1,046 pupils
1,050 capacity
4 spare places available
Area Demand Pressure - Northwich
Based on MHCLG housing supply data for Northwich
Admissions Demand - Cheshire West and Chester
Places available
4,161
Applications
3,615
Got 1st preference
95.0%
Got preferred school
99.4%
Secondary admissions across Cheshire West and Chester (2025/26)
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SEN Provision
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Pupil Demographics
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Teachers & Staff
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School Funding
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Pupil Absence2024/25
7.59405%
Overall absence
18.39187%
Persistent absence
1,082
Enrolments
Absence trend
Source: DfE pupil absence statistics. Persistent absence = pupils missing 10%+ sessions.
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Feeder Primary Schools
Primary schools that likely feed into this school, based on proximity
The County High School, Leftwich
Leftwich Community Primary School
Kingsmead Primary School
Davenham CofE Primary School
St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School
Charles Darwin Community Primary School
Hartford Manor Primary School & Nursery
Witton Church Walk CofE Aided Nursery and Primary School
Rudheath Primary Academy and Nursery
Victoria Road Primary School
Moulton School
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